Question

Undercover operations are costly and time-consuming and should be used with extreme care. In which of the following situations would it be ineffective to conduct an undercover operation? a. When the investigation can be closely monitored b. When the investigation can remain secretive c. When law enforcement authorities are informed d. When other investigation methods are available

Answer 1

The correct answer is D) When other investigation methods are available.

Undercover operations are costly and time-consuming and should be used with extreme care. In which of the following situations would it be ineffective to conduct an undercover operation?  Answer: When other investigation methods are available.

Undercover operations are very special, costly, and involve key people that are well-prepared to act with discretion and to mo swiftly to advance in the operation. It requires a lot of intelligence work and handling critical information. That is why is one of the last options to choose. It is better to start with other methods of investigation. If these methods fail or fall short, then, the undercover operation is the option.